Fostering Resilience: Helping Kids Cope with Disappointment
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Instead of fixing your child’s feelings, help them find ways to cope with what they’re experiencing.
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3 Essential Tips to Get Kids Playing: Insight from a Mom and Play Expert
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You know how important play is for your child, but sometimes play can feel overwhelming. Here are three simple tips that can transform your child’s playtime.
Read MoreRethinking "Be Careful": Encouraging Self-Trust Over Constant Caution
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Have you ever paused to consider that the frequent caution of telling your child to "Be Careful!" might actually inhibit their learning and growth more than protect them? Click to learn more!
Read MoreHow Declining Play Can Benefit Your Child (and You)
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How to Set Limits and Encourage Independent Play with Your Child
Read MoreHelping Your Child Cope with Waiting: Strategies and Book Ideas
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It is so hard to wait. Read this for tips.
Read MoreBooks and Simple Activities to Help Sick Kids Feel Better
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Are your kids feeling a little under the weather?
Read MoreLess Screen, More Play: Practical Tips to Minimize Kids' Screen Time
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Screen time in and of itself is not the problem. The problem develops when screen time is used as a default instead of a tool. Using screen time as a tool in parenting is not only possible, but beneficial. Drop the guilt and make screens work for you and not against you!
Read MoreHandling Your Child's Big Feelings and Comforting Books for Kids
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Practical tips for managing big emotions and books to help your children process hard feelings.
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4 Strategies to Survive Your Child’s Tantrums
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Tantrums are natural and normal. But learning how to manage them can be so helpful. Here are 4 ways to manage your child's tantrums.
Read MoreBreaking the Ice: Simple Tricks to Get Your Kids Chatting About the Tough Stuff
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Have you ever found yourself in a spot where your child is going through something tough, and you sense they really need to talk it out, but you're just not sure how to start digging into it? This post will give you some tools to navigate those challenging conversations.
Read More4 Ways Your Kids Can Give Back This Holiday Season (And All Year Round)
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How to raise kids who give back
Read MoreHow to Handle Kids' Shopping Demands: Holiday Edition
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If your child is constantly asking for things this holiday season, you are not alone! I’ve got a few strategies for you when it comes to responding to your kids when they are asking for EVERYTHING!
Read MoreOne Phrase That Will Transform Your Holidays With Kids
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"You really wished you had that too.” Sound simple? This phrase is about to become your go-to, especially when the kids' presents are being flaunted, and feelings of envy start bubbling up.
Read MoreHow to Teach Your Child Gracious Gift Receiving: A Simple Guide
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We've all been there: Your child rips open a gift, and the look on their face says it all – it's not what they were hoping for. Read here for some strategies to gracefully navigate these all-too-common situations
Read More8 Kid-Friendly Tips for Stress-Free Thanksgiving Hosting
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Hosting Thanksgiving dinner can be a daunting task, especially when you have little ones to consider. But with some creative planning, you can make the holiday enjoyable for guests of all ages, including YOU!
Read MoreNarrating Play: Boost Your Child's Growth & Independence
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Sometimes playing with your baby can feel daunting. Here’s a way to play that will not only boost development but also build the foundation for independent play later on. (plus our favorite play for baby!)
Read More5 Ways to Enhance Your Child's Decision-Making Skills
/Children learn how to make decisions by making decisions, not by being told what to do. Click to learn why decision-making skills matter for your child.
Read More5 ways play helps children develop a strong sense of self
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Free play is a crucial aspect of childhood that significantly contributes to a child's development of a strong sense of self. Plus, it’s free! And pretty low-lift for us busy parents.
Read MoreThe Gentle Side of Boo: Creating a Toddler-Friendly Hallowe
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magical thinking/ how to know what’s too scary/ halloween hacks for the toddler set
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